For time beyond memory on this remote bay of neon fish and underwater gardens, people have avoided the "masalai," taboo waters, where a monster octopus might lurk or spirits dwell in coral caves. Now it's science that wants no-go, and it's because of a new fear.

Word of the Day

upstander

A person who stands up for something, as contrasted to a bystander who remains inactive.

One of the upright handlebars on a traditional Inuit sled.

The word 'upstander' in the first sense here is a play on the word 'bystander' and the idea of 'standing up' for something.